A campfire ban is currently in effect for this park. For more information about campfire bans and about provincial parks with park closures and campfire bans in effect, visit the BC Parks campfire ban webpage.
Park Info
The Duck Lake Protected Area is located east of Powell River and provides important nesting habitat for migratory and non-migratory birds.
This area offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, swimming and canoeing as well as offering excellent opportunities for birdwatching.
Park Size: 768 hectares
General Visitor Information
Bring your own drinking
water, as potable water is not available in the park.
There are opportunities for canoeing or kayaking in this park. This is a relatively small lake with a perimeter of approximately 4 km. The Duck Lake Forest Service Road runs along the edge of the lake. Parking is along the road adjacent to the lake. The shore is rocky with steep drop off.
Cycling
e Protected Area has approximately 9 km of good hiking and mountain biking trails which provide excellent wildlife and scenic viewing opportunities. All are well-marked, off of the main Duck Lake Road. For your own safety and the preservation of the park, obey posted signs and keep to designated trails. Shortcutting trails destroys plant life and soil structure. Helmets are mandatory in British Columbia.
Fishing
Anyone fishing or angling in British Columbia must have an appropriate licence.
Hiking
General Visitor Safety Information (park safety, hazards, wildlife safety information, health risks)
Swimming
Swimming is permitted; however, the shoreline is rocky with no sandy beach. There are no lifeguards in provincial parks.
